2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1996 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 1996 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1996 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
